2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |